Council news

Read the latest press releases and blog posts from Suffolk County Council.
Government announces outcome of local government reorganisation in Suffolk
The government has announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Suffolk in 2028, opting for three unitary authorities.
25 Mar 2026
Innovative EV charging for Suffolk’s conservation areas
Suffolk County Council will provide over 1,000 electric vehicle public chargepoints to residents in conservation areas across the county.
24 Mar 2026
More jobs and skills as Suffolk ramps up energy-sector training
More training routes and apprenticeships are being opened up as Suffolk expands its Energy Readiness Programme.
24 Mar 2026
Suffolk skills boost for engineering and construction
East Coast College and Suffolk New College will be enhancing their training facilities for civil engineering and construction, thanks to funding from Sizewell C...
24 Mar 2026
Government decision on energy projects could threaten Suffolk communities
Local communities could suffer at the hands of large energy infrastructure projects, as the UK government looks to push schemes through more quickly and take away...
23 Mar 2026
Pupils pitch to judges to secure funding for school active travel campaigns
The event was part of the Active Travel Ambassador programme, which works with secondary schools and councils to promote walking and cycling.
23 Mar 2026
New Ipswich recycling centre to break ground, which will provide smoother, safer visits
Suffolk County Council is due to begin work on a new recycling centre in Ipswich, just off Hadleigh Road.
19 Mar 2026
Bringing fire control back to Suffolk goes step further with new technology partnership
Suffolk Fire and Rescue has joined Norfolk and Hertfordshire in a new technology partnership to strengthen control room resilience during high‑demand periods.
19 Mar 2026
Man sentenced for £9,000 romance scam
A man behind a romance fraud in which a Suffolk victim lost over £9,000 has been sentenced today at Ipswich Magistrates Court.
18 Mar 2026
£3.9 million investment proposal to protect and enhance Public Rights of Way
The council's Cabinet is to consider a plan to fund replacement or refurbishment of more than 700 structures across the county.
17 Mar 2026
HGV weight restriction to be introduced in north Ipswich residential areas
A traffic regulation order will prevent HGVs from using residential roads as short cuts.
17 Mar 2026
New Waterfront walk showcases Ipswich attractions
The Ipswich Waterfront Walk passes under the Orwell Bridge and forms part of the King Charles III coastal path.
16 Mar 2026